Mount de Sales Academy
Tel:
(478) 751-3240
An independent Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory school, we have been located on one of historic Macon's highest hills since our founding by the Sisters of Mercy in 1876.
We continue to be faithful to our mission of educating young men and women of all cultural, economic, and religious backgrounds.
Mount de Sales continues to be the leading school for National Merit Semifinalists in the region.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 6-12
- Students: 518 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,350
- Acceptance rate: 82%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 20 / rolling
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Mount de Sales Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Student Body Largest student body
- AP Courses Most AP courses offered
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) Southern Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 6-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1876 |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 1992 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 518 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 60 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 79% |
| Average Class Size | 14 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 21 courses |
| Advanced Courses | Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Language & Composition, English Literature & Composition, European History, Government & Politics, Psychology, US History, World History |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Lands' End) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 20 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $14,350 |
| % on Financial Aid | 35% |
| Acceptance Rate | 82% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Ashley Griffin |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 15 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Riflery, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 19 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Art Club, Beta Club, Chess Club, Diversity Awareness Club, Drumline & Color Guard, Environmental Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Gaming Club, Garden Club, Key Club, Lego Robotics, Model United Nations Club, Natl Jr Honor Society, Pep Club, Photography Club, Quiz Bowl, Student Council, Talent Show, World Cultures Club |
School Notes
- Mount de Sales Academy [est. 1876], an independent Catholic school sponsored and inspired by the Sisters of Mercy, is a diverse college-preparatory community of learners-students and teachers alike-who are poised to discover, challenged to innovate, and motivated to serve.
- Poised to Discover: Students are poised to discover their talents and to seek knowledge during their journey here. Opportunities for discovery include the Diploma Endorsement Program, where students are immersed in any one of six academic concentrations; the Senior Transition Experience Program (STEP) with Navicent Health, where students delve into multiple facets of health care; and engaging exploratory courses and a variety of clubs that allow students to find their niche.
- Challenged to Innovate: Students are challenged to innovate as they apply their knowledge to create solutions to real world problems. LEGO Robotics club members are tasked with building and programming robots to solve issues; Mock Trial teams sharpen their critical thinking and public speaking skills as they craft case arguments; and STEM course students research, design, build, test, and redesign projects based in science, technology, and math.
- Motivated to Serve: Students are motivated to serve through the Mercy in Action program, which incorporates the philosophy of servant leadership. Community outreach is at the heart of the Mercy mission and opportunities are plentiful. To name a few, Cavaliers work with Rebuilding Macon to freshen up old houses with paint, repairs, and a lot of TLC; prepare and serve meals to patrons at the St. Peter Claver Catholic Church food pantry; and hand-knit hats for cancer patients at the Central Georgia Cancer Center.
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School Reviews
| 5 very nice school everything is evenly planned their lots of fun activities and academic learning i`m moving into the 8th grade and am ready for another adventure - Posted by Student/Alumni - MDS student |
| 5 The best school in Macon by far. Rigorous academics and an outstanding learning environment. Prepares students not only for college but life as well. - Posted by Student/Alumni - mds12 |
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